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    Default is it possible to "shave off" scars and moles?

    When i started with the straight a few months ago, I was often getting nicks (and blood) on a scar on my chin and some moles on my cheeks. Now, I hardly ever bleed anymore, and I swear it seems that that scar isn't nearly as raised up as it used to be!

    I'm sure that my (slowly) improving technique and honing have something to do with not drawing blood as often, but can it actually be that I gradually shaved away my scar?? can this be a new cheaper alternative to plastic surgery?!?

    seriously, anyone else had experience like this?

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    I do not know for sure(I know that SR shaving exfoliates) but I have heard that SR shaving will smooth a pock marked face over a period of time, I do not know this for certain, hopefully someone in a better position will post their experiences.
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    scar shouldn't be a problem . Moles please do avoid them. leave them a lone.hope this helps

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    Quote Originally Posted by MuzzleVelocity View Post
    When i started with the straight a few months ago, I was often getting nicks (and blood) on a scar on my chin and some moles on my cheeks. Now, I hardly ever bleed anymore, and I swear it seems that that scar isn't nearly as raised up as it used to be!

    I'm sure that my (slowly) improving technique and honing have something to do with not drawing blood as often, but can it actually be that I gradually shaved away my scar?? can this be a new cheaper alternative to plastic surgery?!?

    seriously, anyone else had experience like this?
    From my limited knowledge, i'd guess you shaved away the top layer of skin so it's now level with the rest. It's up in the air if it will grow back or not, because cutting it off may cause more scarring. You'll have to wait and see.

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    I wouldn't try this as a "cheap" alternative to surgery. Personally I have both scars and moles, and while you do learn to shave without nicking them, a razor should not be used to purposely alter them.

    As far as moles are concerned. If you did happen to shave off a mole completely, it would hurt greatly, bleed a lot, and probably leave a scar itself (depending on how big the mole was to begin with). Just think of how much a little nick can bleed, and imagine a hole in your face.

    In terms of scars. It's a little harder to get them down. Shaving them off COULD flatten them out, but most likely it wouldn't. It kind of works on the same principle as shaving a mole. Most likely scars flattening out is a combination of time, and better facial treatment (ie. your razor exfoliating your skin, and the attention you give to your skin). I know personally after I started straight shaving my skin was much nicer, due to the fact that I was using better shave cream, good aftershave, better cleansing to try and get good beard prep.

    I still nick my scars from time to time, and I have a small mole on one side of my mouth that I nick once and a while, but it would be unwise to try and remove them with a razor. The consequences would most certainly outweigh the rewards.

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    It is possible to shave off moles. It will hurt and bleed like stink. Then there is always the possibility of infection and losing part of your face.

    I suggest not trying this as others have stated.

    I also suggest not sticking your finger into a meat grinder while it is running.

    I have lots of other helpful suggestions for avoiding injury, disfigurement and death for those interested.

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    Yes, it is possible to “shave off” a mole.
    To quote myself in this tread:
    http://straightrazorpalace.com/shavi...es-anyone.html

    Quote Originally Posted by Otto View Post
    I had one on the side of my cheek. One morning my Dovo Bismarck removed it, free and painless.
    I would not advice you to try to do it on purpose.


    "Cheap Tools Is Misplaced Economy. Always buy the best and highest grade of razors, hones and strops. Then you are prepared to do the best work."
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    Shaving exfoliates the skin and over time, you will have taken off a layer of skin. My facial skin looks better than ever because of straight shaving. So I can see what some shavers are seeing with scars and moles. As always, I would recommend a professional to deal with moles or scars.

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    Scars do flatten out and so does the skin. If you have some moles that are in the way I think I would go to a dermatologist and have them removed first since they really need to be checked for malignancy. Yes, you can shave them off, but wouldn't it be better to know what type they are first?

    Just my 2cents,

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    Default Reducing the size of scars

    I have a scare on my shoulder that protruded out about 1/4 inch from an old motorcycle accident. I used to work in the ER were a doctor once told me that taping it down with scotch tape will reduce the size of the scar. I think he said it had something to do with a steroid reaction to the adhesive. It did work, and made my scare shrink in just a couple of days, but maybe it was just a fluke as well.
    Ohh well just thought I'd throw that out there since we were talking about scars.

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